Friday, August 21, 2009

Wipe Your Feet!


I can finally start working on a few crafts now that I might have a house soon! I saw this craft on a blog and it inspired me to try my own.

Supplies:
Rubber gridded mat (I got mine at Joann's)
Old towels (3 full size towels made a 20"x30" mat)
Scissors


A standard bath rug is 20x30 inches, so I cut a piece of mat that size. You can make a mat of any size or shape.

Then I cut my towels into strips. The thinner the better, so I cut mine to about .25 inches wide by 5 inches long. No need to measure each strip, just use one as a guide when cutting the rest.


Knot each strip on the mat. For a fuller look, use every box on the grid. If you get impatient easily, use every other box.


Done and looking cute in the bathroom!

37 comments :

  1. wow, that's really cute! how long did it take you? will you be able to put it in the washing machine?

    ReplyDelete
  2. It took me 8 days to finish, but it's pretty simple so you can do it while you watch tv or sit around.

    It came out fine in the wash since the towels and rubber grid are machine-washable. The towels may start to fray, but I think that gives it a nice texture.

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. What kind of store did you buy the grid?

      Delete
    2. What kind of store did you buy the grid?

      Delete
    3. You can get them at just about any craft store. I bought mine at Michaels.

      Delete
  3. It came out great! This is a super neat idea... I might have to do this if I don't find a rug that I like.

    ReplyDelete
  4. This is so fun!!! Wondering if I can find that rubber mat thing at Hobby Lobby...no Joann's here...maybe online????

    Thanks for sharing...found this post from your bathroom reveal post at ponytails and fish scales....cute bathroom too btw!

    LaKeta

    1luckeegirl.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  5. very cute what about it going into the dryer with the rubber?

    ReplyDelete
  6. I am sooo making one or two or......I bet my kitties will LOVE it! Thanks :)

    ReplyDelete
  7. This is FABULOUS! I found you through The Hand Me Down House... I am SO making one of these, and adding you to my Google Reader :) Thanks!

    ReplyDelete
  8. great job! I love the look, and I bet if feels so soft!
    gail

    ReplyDelete
  9. I've added this to my to-do list on my diy blog, www.idimclare.blogspot.com :)
    I too am trying to make my home beautiful one project at a time and blog about that at www.crochetbyclare.blogspot.com. I completed a really cool upcycle where I turned an old desk into a large scale art piece. Check it out if you have time :) I bet you'd like it.
    <3 Clare

    ReplyDelete
  10. OK, I had no idea that it was even possible for a normal person to make a rug! Wowza! No towel in my house will be safe now. That would make a great housewarming gift! THANKS! Jules

    ReplyDelete
  11. LOL I thought the same thing blesid, I was just thinking what towels I had to make a rug. lol Love the tutorial, thank you.

    ReplyDelete
  12. Looks great! I just posted a link to it on our DIY Projects Links.
    Shannon
    www.akadesign.ca

    ReplyDelete
  13. I was trying to think of area rug ideas for my Son's room and now that I have seen this, I think I will try Denim like old jeans!

    ReplyDelete
  14. This is a fantastic idea. How do these wash?

    ReplyDelete
  15. Excellent! You have made pretty shaggy rugs. I think it can be comfortable for babies playing and sleeping.

    ReplyDelete
  16. I cannot find rubber grid with big enough holes like the one you used. I've searched Hobby Hobby, Joann's and Michael's :( They all just have the small ones used for yarn..

    ReplyDelete
  17. What kinda of towels did you use?

    ReplyDelete
  18. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  19. Whay brand were to your towels? And can it go In the washing machine?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I'm not sure what brand they were. It was a mix of different ones that I found. I washed mine on a delicate cycle.

      Delete
  20. Hey love this idea, i really want to do it but I am not able to find the rubber mat online on joans, is there another name for it?

    ReplyDelete
  21. Hi - can you tell me how the rug is holding up? I am concerned about fraying. I have a big rug to make (customer size and shape) and before I put in the effort - I am hoping to hear that the towel cloth is holding up and the rug still looks good (apart from being used). Thanks. *L

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I gave away all the towel ones, but the one I made out of t-shirt material has held up really well. I keep it in a guest bathroom, so it's not used regularly, but it's been 6 years and it still looks great.

      Delete
  22. Do you post the one that you made out of T-shirt material?

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Here's the t-shirt rug:
      http://team-t-adventures.blogspot.com/2009/10/t-shirt-rug.html

      Delete
  23. Do you knot ea. towel strip once you pull it through or do you use a rug hook to pull it through ?

    ReplyDelete
  24. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  25. Is the rubber gridded mat the same thing as a non-slip rug liner? I'm having trouble finding one with holes that size. Your rug looks amazing!

    ReplyDelete
  26. I read your whole blog, Your work is really good and inseparable, Thanks for sharing. logo design

    ReplyDelete
  27. I'm fully delighted in perusal your post. It's simply extraordinary article on Home Bathtub Mat. all of my credits to the creator of this post. i favor examining articles on numerous center premiums. i'm super transfixed and can take a look at your web site for quite whereas to return. Intriguing article remaining up-to-date with among. this can be a shocking piece work. I phenomenally get a handle on this course of action to everyone.

    ReplyDelete
  28. I might have to do this if I don't find a rug that I like.

    ReplyDelete

I love to hear from you! Please leave me a note!

Related Posts with Thumbnails